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Violence (Sexual Assault)
AMA Reports on 'Silent Violent Epidemic' of Sexual Assault
November 13th, 1995
With over 700,000 women sexually assaulted each year in the United States, the American Medical Association (AMA) has released new statistics and facts concerning sexual violence against women. The AMA also released guidelines to help healthcare professionals identify and treat victims of sexual assault and urged patients to seek help from their doctors. "Sexual assault is a 'silent-violent epidemic' growing at an alarming rate and traumatizing the women and children of our nation," said Lonnie Bristow, MD., AMA president. Sexual assault continues to represent the most rapidly growing violent crime in America, claiming a victim...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (1995-11-13)
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